This report presents data on income and poverty in the United States based on information collected in the 2015 and earlier Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplements (CPS ASEC) conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. The 2013 income and poverty estimates used in this report are based on the 2014 CPS ASEC sample of 30,000 addresses eligible to complete the questionnaire that included redesigned questions for income.

Summary of findings:

Real median household income in 2014 was not statistically different from the 2013 median.

The official poverty rate in 2014 was not statistically different from 2013.

Audience

Economists, Financial Advisors, and U.S. Government Officials could use this publication to evaluate the economic state of the country.